A suspected Iranian drone strike hit near the U.S. Consulate in Dubai, causing a fire in the consulate parking area that was quickly contained, with no reported injuries. The strike comes amid a wave of Iranian drone and missile attacks across the Gulf, targeting U.S. diplomatic missions and allied locations, including sites in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. Officials confirmed consulate personnel are safe and accounted for. The escalation highlights rising regional tensions, with Washington monitoring developments closely.


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Senator Marco Rubio stated that the United States was not planning to be struck first amid rising tensions with Iran. According to Rubio, U.S. military strategy and intelligence assessments indicated that any escalation would focus on defensive and targeted measures, rather than preemptively exposing American forces to attack.

US-Iran War | Rubio: U.S. Was Not Going To Be Hit First Amid Iran Tensions

As the US-Iran conflict escalates, thousands of Indian nationals, including students, professionals, and workers, find themselves stranded across Iran and the broader Gulf region due to airspace closures and flight disruptions. Indian students in Tehran and other cities have voiced fear and uncertainty, with families back home urgently calling for evacuation and repatriation efforts. The Indian Embassy has relocated many students to safer areas within Iran and issued advisories urging caution. Government ministries are working to monitor the situation, issue helplines, and prepare evacuation plans to bring citizens home safely amid rising regional tensions.

Israel-Iran War: India Races to Evacuate Nationals Amid Iran Tensions

As the conflict escalates, a critical question emerges: can Israel and the United States replenish advanced interceptor missiles faster than Iran can manufacture drones? Analysts describe a growing “war of attrition,” where relatively low-cost Iranian drones challenge high-value air defence systems like Iron Dome and Patriot. While interception rates remain high, sustained barrages could strain stockpiles and production capacity. Defence industries are ramping up output, but manufacturing sophisticated interceptors takes time and significant resources.

US-Iran War: Can Israel & US Replenish Interceptors Faster Than Iran Makes Drones?

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) says Iran has launched a massive barrage of more than 500 ballistic missiles and over 2,000 drones in retaliation against ongoing U.S. and Israeli strikes, marking one of the largest salvoes in the current conflict. The unprecedented number of projectiles has forced Israel and Gulf states — including the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain — to activate and heavily rely on their air defence systems to intercept incoming threats and protect territory and civilians.

Iran Strikes Israel: Iran Fires 500 Missiles, 2,000 Drones as Israel, Gulf Scramble to Intercept 

Israeli officials confirmed that multiple incoming projectiles were successfully intercepted by the country’s air defence systems amid ongoing regional escalation. Sirens were activated in several areas as defensive batteries engaged the threats. Authorities said the situation remains under assessment, with emergency services on standby.

Israel-Iran War: Israeli Officials: Multiple Projectiles Shot Down Amid Escalation

Iranian cryptocurrency exchanges saw a sudden surge in activity following joint U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on February 28, reflecting investor panic and capital flight. According to Chainalysis, nearly $10.3 million in crypto assets were moved out of Iran between February 28 and March 2. Traders reportedly shifted funds to stablecoins and foreign wallets to hedge against further geopolitical and economic instability.

Israel-Iran War: $10.3 Million Crypto Outflows in Iran After February 28 Strikes 

Escalating conflict involving Iran is disrupting global energy flows, pushing oil prices sharply higher and threatening economies that depend heavily on imports of crude, LNG, and other commodities. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for about 20 % of global oil and LNG shipments, has seen reduced traffic and rising war‑risk premiums, driving costs up and straining supply chains. Asian importers like India, Japan, and South Korea face mounting inflation and higher fuel bills as crude surges and shipping costs rise.

Iran’s Economic Warfare & Global Impact | Import-dependent Economies Brace for Higher Bills

The US Economy, which had shown signs of resilience after months of trade tensions and policy uncertainty, is now facing a fresh and potentially far more complex test. The key question now: will this remain a contained geopolitical shock or escalate into a prolonged conflict that reshapes the US Growth story for 2026?


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Reports from U.S. and international media indicate that the CIA is working to arm Iranian Kurdish forces with the aim of sparking an uprising against Tehran’s regime as part of the broader Iran conflict. Multiple sources say discussions are underway between U.S. officials and Kurdish leaders in Iraq about providing military support to opposition groups near the Iran border, with Iranian Kurdish fighters expected to play a role in potential ground operations.

US-Iran War: US Intelligence Eyes Kurdish Forces to Pressure Iran Regime

U.S. officials have signaled a shift away from openly pursuing regime change in Iran as the focus of the war evolves, emphasizing destruction of missile, drone, and nuclear threats rather than leadership overthrow. At the same time, President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that diplomatic talks with Iran are “too late,” asserting that Tehran’s defence infrastructure and leadership have been significantly degraded.

US-Iran War: US Softens Regime Change Stance on Iran, Trump Rejects Talks

The US and Israel are set to intensify their air campaign against Iran, signaling a tougher military stance amid the widening Middle East conflict. Coordinated strikes have targeted hundreds of Iranian military sites, from missile launchers to strategic facilities in Tehran and beyond, as Washington reinforces its forces in the region in response to Tehran’s repeated attacks.

US-Iran War: US Signals Tougher Stance While Israel Steps Up Airstrikes on Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump defended the recent U.S. and allied strikes on Iran, saying he believed Tehran was going to attack first and that his actions were necessary to prevent a broader assault on U.S. forces and allies. Trump said the strikes inflicted significant damage on Iran’s military capabilities, rejecting claims that Israel forced the U.S. into action and insisting the decision was his alone.

US-Iran War: Trump Defends Iran Strikes, Says “Iran Was Going to Attack First”

Breaking: CIA Reportedly Plans to Arm Kurdish Forces for Regime Change in Iran 

Senator Marco Rubio confirmed that no U.S. personnel were injured after a suspected Iranian drone struck near the U.S. Consulate in Dubai, causing a small fire in the parking area that was quickly contained. The incident is part of a broader escalation in the Gulf, with Iran reportedly launching multiple drone and missile attacks targeting U.S. diplomatic missions and allied sites. Authorities have reassured citizens and consulate staff remain safe, while Washington closely monitors the evolving situation.

US-Iran War: Rubio Addresses Drone Attack Near US Diplomatic Mission

Israel says its air defense systems successfully intercepted the latest wave of Iranian missiles and drones aimed at its territory, as the U.S.–Iran conflict continues to escalate across the region. Multiple projectiles were shot down before reaching populated areas, according to Israeli officials, with debris causing limited ground damage. The barrage represents one of the most sustained attacks from Tehran in recent days, testing the capabilities of Israel’s multi‑layered defense networks.

Israel-Iran War: Israel Intercepts Latest Iranian Missile and Drone Barrage

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the intensifying conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, defending recent and ongoing airstrikes as necessary to counter what the administration calls an imminent threat. Rubio said Washington believed a planned Israeli attack on Iran would trigger retaliation against American forces, prompting pre‑emptive U.S. action to reduce casualties and degrade Iran’s missile and drone capabilities. His remarks come amid heightened tensions spanning the Gulf region, with Iranian retaliatory strikes reported against U.S. diplomatic missions and allied targets, drawing global concern over further escalation.

US-Iran War: Rubio Addresses Iran War Risk, US and Israel Target Iran

A suspected Iranian drone strike hit near the U.S. Consulate in Dubai, causing a fire in the consulate parking area that was quickly contained, with no reported injuries. The strike comes amid a wave of Iranian drone and missile attacks across the Gulf, targeting U.S. diplomatic missions and allied locations, including sites in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. Officials confirmed consulate personnel are safe and accounted for. The escalation highlights rising regional tensions, with Washington monitoring developments closely.

US-Iran War: U.S. Consulate in Dubai Hit as Iran Expands Drone and Missile Strikes

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in recent US-Israeli strikes, will be buried in his hometown of Mashhad, Iranian state media report. Mashhad — one of the country’s holiest cities and home to the revered Imam Reza shrine — is where Khamenei was born and where his father is also buried.

Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Will Be Laid to Rest in His Hometown

On Day 4 of the escalating Iran war, Israel reportedly launched major airstrikes targeting a presidential bureau and key leadership facilities in Iran. The Israeli Air Force is said to have struck parts of Iran’s leadership complex in Tehran, marking a dramatic escalation. With regional tensions soaring, fears of retaliation and wider Middle East conflict continue to grow.


Iran-Israel War: Fresh Wave of Strikes Across Iran, Key Sites in Tehran Hit 

On Day 4 of the escalating Iran war, Israel reportedly launched major airstrikes targeting a presidential bureau and key leadership facilities in Iran. The Israeli Air Force is said to have struck parts of Iran’s leadership complex in Tehran, marking a dramatic escalation. With regional tensions soaring, fears of retaliation and wider Middle East conflict continue to grow.

On Day 4 of the US–Israel–Iran conflict, Tehran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed that up to 650 U.S. troops were killed or wounded in the first two days of retaliatory strikes on American forces and bases in the region — a figure that has been strongly disputed by U.S. military authorities, who confirm only a handful of confirmed service‑member deaths so far. This video breaks down the claims, denials, and what this means for the escalating Middle East war.

Iran War Day 4: Tehran Claims 650 Casualties For US Military In 2 Days

#Gravitas The war has intensified across West Asia. Explosions have struck multiple cities as the U.S.–Israeli air campaign against Iran, and the counterattacks by Tehran and its proxies, entered its fourth day. Blasts were reported in Tehran, Riyadh, Beirut, central Israel, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, among other parts of West Asia, underscoring the widening scope of this confrontation. With West Asia practically engaged in an all-out regional war, how long before the world is dragged into its flames? 

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Iran in state of national mourning after a missile or airstrike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school in Minab, southern Iran, killing more than 100 children and dozens more injured amid the widening US–Israel–Iran war. Funeral processions filled Minab’s streets as Tehran condemned the attack and called for international action, with the reported toll rising as rescue operations concluded.

Iran Mourns Death Of Over 100 Children Killed In Israeli Strike On Schools

Viral clips and reports show an Iranian missile — believed to be a hypersonic or highly maneuverable variant like the Fattah-2 — evading multiple interceptor rockets and penetrating Israel’s Iron Dome and layered air defenses amid the ongoing Iran–Israel conflict. While exact missile types and locations aren’t independently verified, analysts note advanced Iranian missiles are testing the limits of regional defense systems and could pose new strategic challenges.

Iran Hypersonic Missiles Breach Iron Dome, Strike Israel

Iran’s UN envoy has claimed that the country’s main nuclear facility at Natanz nuclear facility was struck again during recent U.S.–Israeli air operations, citing damage from attacks on Sunday. Tehran insists the site, central to its nuclear programme, was targeted amid the widening regional conflict.

However, the IAEA, the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog, says its assessments show “no indication” that any Iranian nuclear installations, including Natanz, have been hit or materially damaged so far, noting it continues to monitor the situation via satellite and has yet to verify on-site evidence. The conflicting statements underscore rising tensions and global concern over nuclear safety amid ongoing hostilities.

Russia: Strikes on Iran's Nuke Facilities Getting Out Of Control

Qatar on Tuesday denied claims that it carried out strikes inside Iran over the past 24 hours in retaliation to recent Iranian drone and missile attacks on the Gulf country.



Reports: Qatar Carried Out Strikes in Iran; Says Iran Didn't Warn of Missile Attacks

U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply criticised Democratic leaders for their response to the ongoing Iran conflict, saying they oppose him “whatever I do” and are politicising issues of national security. Trump’s comments come as Democrats in Congress label recent strikes on Iran as “illegal” and push for votes to restrict his war powers, arguing that only lawmakers can authorise military action.


Iran-Israel War | Democrats: Trump's Iran War Without Approval of Congress

Top U.S. defense officials have said the ongoing conflict with Iran — involving joint strikes by the United States and Israel — “will not be an endless war,” stressing focused military goals and saying the campaign is not intended to drag on indefinitely. Meanwhile, Iranian leaders have indicated they are prepared to continue fighting and resist pressure, as regional tensions soar and hostilities spread across West Asia.

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Amid fears of prolonged disruptions to Middle Eastern oil, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and liquefied natural gas (LNG), Russia has offered to continue its energy supply to India. Diplomatic sources say, "Russia ready to full fill India's energy demands in case of continued disruption on energy supplies due to the West Asia crisis."


Iran-Israel War: Russia Says It Can Meet India's Energy Supplies Amid War

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